​A qualified teacher, Catherine Holden worked in primary schools for 9 years, including as a class teacher in south London. She has a first class Bachelor's degree in Education Studies and a Masters in Second World War Studies. Catherine joined the learning team at Bletchley Park initially as Online Safety Officer, later managing the schools and families programmes as Learning Manager. During this time Catherine managed a team and developed resources and activities for a range of different audiences, rooted in museum stories and collections and linking to curriculum and skills. Most recently Catherine has launched an online programme of activities for children’s charity Potential Plus UK, and worked on heritage learning projects with Kate Travers Associates. As a Learning and Engagement Consultant, Catherine has worked with organisations including The National Archives, Leicester Museums and Galleries, Childnet International and Trent Park House Museum.

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